Comments: This was a copy
of Dai Vernon's "Twenty Dollar Manuscript", which was titled "10
Card Problems" and sold in 1932 for $20 per copy. An unauthorized
version was reprinted in the 1940's as "The Famous $25 Dee-Vee
Manuscript". This material was also later published with some
additional effects as "Early Works" by Magic, Inc. (see an
excellent article at http://www.geniimagazine.com/magicpedia/$20_Manuscript)
From the foreword: "You are now in possession of a collection of
card problems which should prove a real joy and revelation to you.
You are reminded that these have hitherto been the exclusive
property of an internationally known card expert and have stood
the "acid test" of performance under every conceivable condition.
A little application and study will produce highly satisfying
results. Remember one thing, any card problem loses its value when
it becomes generally known. Therefore, you are urged to keep the
information disclosed herein for your own exclusive use. By so
doing you are in position to acquire an enviable reputation as a
finished card expert."